Abstract: An improved interior design device and an improved interior design method and system that allows the user to visualize how a room will appear by using life sized templates of furniture, pictures and other items placed in the actual room being designed. For the purpose of visualizing the placement of furniture, life size templates of furniture items such as tables, chairs, beds, and the like are provided that the user can place and rearrange as necessary and desired to determine a satisfactory placement in the room. Other life size templates for other items, such as televisions, aquariums, rugs, and the like, also are provided for complementing the basic furniture items for a room. Further, life size picture templates having a weak adhesive on one side also are provided such that the picture template can be adhered to a wall without damaging the wall or the wall covering.

Abstract: A method and device are presented that creates a channel adjacent a nailing flange of a window in between the window and the rough opening that receives the window. The channel is created by establishing a barrier that prevents foam insulation inserted into the space between the window and the rough opening from reaching the nailing flange. The channel then ensures proper drainage of water that enters the window cavity down to the window sill. A gasket is presented that can be attached to the window or the rough opening to create the barrier. Alternatively, a disintegrating object or a wicking object can be used to impede the flow of insulation foam and to create the appropriate channel. The present invention is equally applicable to doors or other framed objects received into the exterior shell of a building.

Abstract: A cover for a sliding roof system includes first and second guiding elements that are mounted to opposite sides of the cover in such a manner that their mutual distance is variable, and first and second pivot arbors that are formed on the cover so as to have a fixed distance between them. The cover also includes first and second adjusting elements. The first adjusting element is coupled to the first guiding element and mounted to the cover such that the first adjusting element can be rotated about the first pivot arbor. The second adjusting element is coupled to the second guiding element and mounted to the cover such that the second adjusting element can be rotated about the second pivot arbor. A first traction member is coupled to the first and second adjusting elements on one side of the respective first and second pivot arbors, and a second traction member is coupled to the first and second adjusting elements on an opposite side of the respective first and second pivot arbors.

Abstract: A storage facility has a frame having a pair of first and second opposed parallel spaced apart elongated frame elements. The frame members each include means for attaching the frame to a horizontal ceiling. A cable support element is positioned at each end of each frame member. An elongated rotatable shaft has a first end connected to an intermediate location on the first frame member, and a second end connected to an intermediate location on the first frame member. A drive mechanism is connected to the shaft to control the rotational position of the shaft. A number of cable portions each have a first end secured to a respective end portion of the shaft. Each cable portion has an intermediate portion received by a respective cable support member, and a free end extending downwardly from the support member. A platform is connected to and supported by the free ends of the cables, and operates to elevate or lower in response to rotation of the shaft by the drive mechanism.

Abstract: An improved building panel with increased stiffness and resistance to buckling is disclosed. The panel cross section is characterized by a novel center portion comprised of radially arranged longitudinal stiffening ribs which transition into side portions configured to allow joining of the panels. The configuration of the panel's center section results in an increased moment of inertia as well as higher resistance to positive and negative bending moments and local buckling when compared to existing designs. Additionally, the panel configuration allows curving longitudinally without corrugations. These improvements in the strength of the panel and the elimination of corrugations reduce design constraints on buildings constructed of such panels and allow larger buildings to be constructed.

Abstract: The present invention provides a column climbing device for climbing structural steel columns having flanges and the like. The column climbing device includes a platform member having a toe portion and a foot portion, the toe portion of the platform member including a first interior surface and a second interior surface together defining a substantially-rectangular notch open to one side of the toe portion of the platform member, the first interior surface and the second interior surface in a fixed parallel orientation with respect to one another, wherein the substantially-rectangular notch is configured to frictionally engage a flange of a column. The column climbing device also includes one or more attachment mechanisms attached to the foot portion of the platform member for securing the platform member to a foot of a user.

Abstract: A force resisting device for transmitting forces and dissipating and absorbing energy in a shear wall or shear wall segment includes at least one active element, the active element having a force versus deflection property under at least one cyclic load such that the shear wall has at least one building code compliant parameter. The building code compliant parameter includes an equivalent response coefficient, R, a system overstrength coefficient, W, and a deflection amplification factor, C. Exemplary embodiments of prefabricated shear walls or shear wall segments include the disclosed force resisting device. Exemplary embodiments of buildings include the disclosed prefabricated shear wall or shear wall segment with the disclosed force resisting device.

Abstract: A sliding vibration-resisting building model includes a vibration machine having a vibration table provided thereon with a model base. Two vibration-resisting devices are fixed on the model base, and a model chassis is secured on the two vibration-resisting devices and a model testing structure is assembled on the model chassis. The vibration-resisting devices are able to lower the vibration of the model testing structure when the vibration machine carries out simulating earthquakes and reduce the energy received by the structure, able to elevate the vibration resistant strength of buildings.

Abstract: A flooring system comprising a plurality of elongate members (1) secured together along adjacent longitudinal side edges by means of co-operating male and female formations (2, 3). The female formation (3) is a channel with relatively convergent sidewalls and the male formation comprises a hollow rail of complementary shape. An outer sidewall of the channel is resilient to allow the rail to be snapped into the channel in a direction transverse to the length of the members (1) and to return to its original shape to resist removal of the rail. The formations (2, 3) are arranged so that upper surfaces of adjacent members (1) form a panel having a planar support surface (21) and relative rotation of the members (1) about an axis parallel to the longitudinal side edges is resisted. Two panels may be joined together to provide upper and lower planar support surfaces (21, 22).

Abstract: The present invention is a tile system that does not require a grout or other material to be spread over the tiles during the installation process. Accordingly, the tile system includes tiles that carry a flange that attaches to adjacent tiles upon installation. The flange serves the function of the grout and eliminates the need for a separate grout compound. A tile in accordance with the present invention includes a primary tile component and a flange for attaching for other tiles.

Abstract: A mounting unit for a window or a door including a frame and a leaf mounted on the frame. The leaf is movable from a closed position by at least one curved guiding mechanism into a parallel knockout position and the leaf is pivotable from the parallel knockout position about a vertical axis into a rotary opening position. At least one upper horizontal guiding mechanism is provided on a top side of the leaf and at least one lower horizontal guiding mechanism is provided on a bottom side of the leaf to guide the leaf. In a closed position of the leaf, the at least one upper and the at least one lower horizontal guiding mechanisms are arranged inside the frame. The at least one upper and the at least one lower guiding mechanisms are each linked about the vertical axis to the frame and the leaf.

Abstract: A handle-latch assembly mounted on a horizontal sliding door and coupled to a vertically movable latch bolt which protrudes outwardly from a top or bottom door edge, and which enables the inside and outside handles of the door to be respectively used for moving the door in closing and opening directions. The door also has a manual lock actuator on the inside, and an optional key-lock actuator on the outside, whereby latching the door in the closed position requires a deliberate manual manipulation of either the inner lock actuator or the outer key actuator. The assembly permits sequential unlocking and opening of the door from the inside by application of a single horizontally-directed force to the inner handle, whereas when the door is in the closed latched position it can be opened from the outside thereof only by first manually releasing the lock through utilization of the key actuator.

Abstract: This invention provides a new wall arrangement in panels composed of glass wool and fire resistant thermal and acoustical insulating material, adequate for any kind of land and weather condition, to create a habitable environment that may be utilized in many applications such as houses, attendance stations, schools, first aid stations, motels and others. The objective of this invention is to present the conception of a modular wall which comprises a structure composed of a sheet of glass wool, with a wooden frame core and the upper part designed to support cabinets, exhaust fans, and other utensils, offering good mechanical resistance, and receiving in the interior of the hollow areas of the wooden frame, a layer of expanded polystyrene, with grooves to receive the ribs of rock wool. To complete its composition, the structure also has rock wool internal panels, wooden frame with the upper area, a new layer of expanded polystyrene, and completing the assembly a plate of glass wool is added.

Abstract: A window panel adapted for installation relative to a structure. The panel includes a single piece of generally transparent injection-molded material configured to span one or more openings in the structure. The panel has panel attachment inserts for attaching the panel relative to the structure. The inserts are embedded in the material alongside at least one edge of the panel. The panel has a curvature that essentially continues a curvature of the structure surrounding the opening(s) when the panel is installed relative to the structure. This panel can be single-pane and can provide an essentially continuous window along an aircraft fuselage.

Abstract: An automatic machine for applying a flexible tape on a substantially flat glass pane, comprising a machine body in which there is a plane for the substantially vertical arrangement of at least one substantially flat glass pane, a carriage with which a head for applying a flexible tape along the perimetric edge of the glass pane is associated, and tape feeder means rigidly coupled to the application head, the glass pane and the carriage being mutually movable with a translational motion along at least one first axis and one second axis, which are mutually substantially perpendicular and parallel to the plane of arrangement.

Abstract: A cubicle panel is disclosed wherein hangers underneath the panel are inserted into a frame and an upper end thereof is pushed upward and rotated, a magnetic catcher thereon is magnetically attached to the frame, and the panel is engaged to and/or disengaged from holes of a frame, such that cubicle assembly and disassembly are very simple, easy and less laborious because only both ends of the lower side of the panel are aligned and engaged to and/or disengaged from the holes of the frame, and the upper side of the panel is rotated and the panel is assembled and/or disassembled while both lower ends of the panel are inserted into the holes.

Abstract: A mullion sealing bridge and method for use in a curtain wall system. In one aspect, the bridge is placed at an intersection horizontal and vertical mullions to divert fluid along the curtain wall system. This Abstract is provided to comply with rules requiring an Abstract that allows a searcher or other reader to quickly ascertain subject matter of the technical disclosure. This Abstract is submitted with the understanding that it will not be used to interpret or limit the scope or meaning of the claims.

Abstract: A screen assembly includes a first frame member, a second frame member and a spring biased roller rotatably mounted in one of the first frame member and the second frame member. A screen is fixed at one end to the spring biased roller and is fixed at a second end to an other of the first frame member and the second frame member. An extendable linkage assembly connects the first frame member to the second frame member. The extendable linkage assembly includes a first arm hingedly connected the first frame member, at a point offset from a center thereof, a second arm hingedly connected to the first arm and hingedly connected to the second frame member, proximal a center thereof, a third arm hingedly connected to the first frame member, at a point on an opposing side of center as the first arm and a fourth arm hingedly connected to the third arm and hingedly connected to the second frame member, proximal the center.

Abstract: A channel which extends along a periphery of a panel member is initially provided on at least part of an inner wall thereof with a thin coating of a solid but tacky material which provides a high friction gripping surface. An edge portion of a fabric sheet, which covers a side face of the panel member, is engaged with the tacky coating and retained in the groove by a deformable retainer. The coating is preferably applied to an inner wall of the channel as a liquid, and is distributed over a greater area of the channel wall by an air nozzle which spreads out the material so that it not only extends lengthwise along the channel but also transversely over a significant width, thereby creating a significant contact area for gripping engagement with the edge portion of the fabric when the deformable retainer is inserted in the groove.

Abstract: Novel walk-in coolers and other enclosures, which employ novel elongate extruded, generally non-insulating corner moldings which receive thereinto wall panels of the enclosures. The elongate corner moldings have elongate first and second channels which extend toward an outer corner of the molding, and extend toward each other along intersecting, non-parallel paths. The channels are defined at least in part by the inner and outer walls of the molding. Each channel is defined by an end wall, and first and second side walls. A web provides a connection between the inner and outer walls. Also disclosed are methods of fabricating enclosures.

Abstract: A template assembly for use in the production of a variable depth building wall surface, which may be simulative of multiple units separated by mortar joints, such as a simulated brick, stone, tile, or mosaic surface. The template assembly is formed of a backing sheet which is releasably attached to a substrate formed of nonwoven spunbond polyester material, which may be fiberglass reinforced. The substrate is a unitary sheet having a plurality of upwardly extending strips connected by a plurality of sidewardly extending strips. The strips define a plurality of openings within which simulated building units may be formed. A first layer is applied to a wall surface, the template backing is removed and the template adhered to the first layer, and then a second layer is applied over the template. When the template is removed, those areas corresponding to the template strips will be recessed from the second layer.

Abstract: A separated-panel structure of a vehicle body panel including: a first panel, forming a part of an outer shape of a vehicle, including an outer face, a first flange face formed at the rear end of the outer face, and a second flange face formed an end of said outer face to face the trunk opening; a second panel, arranged at the rear of said first panel, including a first bottom face, a first wall face connected to said first bottom face and overlapping said first flange face, and a third flange face formed contiguously to said first wall face and overlapping said outer face, and a fourth flange face formed facing the trunk opening; and a third panel, arranged between a trunk opening and said first panel and between the trunk opening and said second panel, including a second wall forms as a part of an edge of the trunk opening, a third wall face overlapping said second flange face and said fourth flange face, a second bottom face connecting said second wall face and said third wall face, a fifth flange face for

Abstract: An insulation sheet for concrete sandwich wall panels comprising a sheet base composed substantially of expanded cellular foam and having opposed base surfaces. Protrusions integral with the sheet base extend from each of the base surfaces from a footprint at the base surface to a distal surface away from the base surface. Each of the protrusions has a cross-sectional shape such that a width of the distal surface is greater than a width of the footprint, that is, mushroom-shaped. Narrow ducts extend through the insulation sheet. Optionally, the protrusion distal surfaces are rounded.

Abstract: The present invention relates to a door.

Abstract: Skirting board including at least a support able to be attached to a wall, and a covering able to be coupled with the support by the interposition of an intermediate element. The support includes a base plate and at least a first guide, rectilinear and perpendicular to the base plate, and is provided with first attachment elements able to couple in snap-in manner with second attachment elements made on the intermediate element, so that the intermediate element is free to slide along the first guide, maintaining itself parallel to the base plate. The covering comprises a substantially rectilinear groove parallel to the base plate and able to couple with pads of the intermediate element, so that the covering and the intermediate element are able to slide freely one with respect to the other, maintaining the covering parallel to the base plate.

Abstract: In accordance with one preferred embodiment of the present invention, a wall brace apparatus for use in supporting a damaged wall from the interior of a building basement is disclosed. The wall brace apparatus includes an alignment brace positioned between a floor bracket, which is secured to a floor and a pushing rod bracket, which is secured to an overhead floor joist and aligned with the floor bracket. The wall brace is further attached to brace holders which are secured between the pushing rod bracket and the wall surface. The wall brace apparatus includes a jack mechanism positioned between the pushing rod bracket and the alignment brace with holding brackets positioned between the pushing rod bracket and the overhead floor joists. A method of supporting a wall from the interior of a building basement having overhead floor joists is also disclosed.

Abstract: The invention relates to profiled elements (P) for the interior and exterior mounting, each element comprising at its lateral edges connection portions (10, 20) for establishing tongue and groove connections, and the connection portions (10, 20) comprising co-ordinated bulges (14, 24, 25) and recesses (12, 13, 22, 23) to provide a multi-level engaging of the tongue (10) into the groove (20). At least the groove (20) is comprising at each of its bottom and top sides (U, O) two bulges (24, 25) and/or recesses. The bulges (14, 24, 25) and recesses (12, 13, 22, 23) are symmetrically formed towards the transverse axis of the profiled element. The tongue (20) comprises a notch, in particular a V-shaped groove (27), which takes up the bolt head of a mounting screw (M). Thus the elements can be assembled and installed more easily and fast. Laminates or composites made of that elements are very flexible to compensate material-conditioned dimension changes caused by varying temperature and dampness.

Abstract: A block which can be easily assembled into a large variety of shapes and sizes using a smaller number of kinds of joints at a low cost. The assembled block includes equilateral triangular block plates, square block plates, and joints through which the block plates are coupled together. Each of the joints is formed of a single, flexible and bendable plate having wing portions on both sides thereof. The block plates are made of a flexible material and have edges and receptacles each provided along one of the edges for accepting one of the wing portions of the joints. The receptacles are each formed with a guide pocket. Any two the block plates can be coupled together through any of the joints by inserting the respective wing portions of the joint into one of the receptacles of one of the two block plates through the corresponding guide pocket and into one of the receptacles of the other of the two block plates through the corresponding guide pocket.

Abstract: The present invention provides a modular construction system to be applied to buildings, comprising a steel structure composed by octagonal tubing that acts as external beams, octagonal tubing that acts as external beams, octagonal tubing that acts as internal beams, structural connections, cross members for the roof structure, a hollow roof ridge member, panels acting as structural walls and partitions, bracing plates to connect the panels, external finishing member and internal finishing member, whereas the whole structure is anchored to the floor. When creating an edge column to connect the panels to the steel structure, internal angular shaped bracing plates are used and external ones with a shape similar to letter “C”, provided with holes along the length for the bolts and connection slot to connect the external finishing member by means of internal clips with a rim for connection to the clamp through the recesses arranged in the interior.

Abstract: A working machine includes an upper frame structure rotatably mounted on a lower ground engaging structure including ground engaging means by which the machine is moveable over the ground, the upper fame structure including first and second monolithic frame parts each mounting machine components, the first and second frame parts each including respective coupling formations by means of which the first and second frame parts are coupled together.

Abstract: A structural truss (3) with crimp/clamp (18) and method of making same wherein the truss (3) includes disposed U-shaped channel chords (2) and struts (1) interconnected to one another at alternately extending apices (6) wherein successive segments of the struts (1) have U-shapes and inverted U-shapes at their mid-sections and flat apices (6) at their respective ends. The ends (4) of successive segments of the unit lengths of the struts (1) and the chords (2) have holes for the insertion of a tapered pin (9), thus precisely controlling the length of successive trusses. The truss member (3) also has vertical load-bearing strut sections (17) at the end of each manufactured length of truss (3) to support a cantilevered section of chord (10). The crimp/clamp (18) is crimped and clamped onto the chords (2) so as to clamp the struts (1) to the chords (2).

Abstract: A method for providing a connection between concrete parts. One of the concrete parts is provided with a number of encased, projecting reinforcing bars. The other concrete part is provided with a series of cavities in which said reinforcing bars are placed and are then fixed to the concrete part in question by being encased. The cavities are produced by encasing a body, which at least on the outside comprises a polysiloxane material, in the concrete. When a tensile force is applied to the body a considerable reduction in its cross section takes place, so that it is possible for the non-sticking body to be removed from the concrete in a simple way, after which the desired cavity remains.

Abstract: A multi-tier support means for supporting service supply means is provided including a first tier having a first tier bearer element. The first tier bearer element has a clip fixedly associated therewith. The clip is adapted for attaching the first tier bearer element to a spine. Each clip includes two, upright spaced apart resilient tongues adapted to clasp the spine between themselves and each has a barb formation at or near a free end of the tongues adapted to overlie a respective one of the margins. The multi-tier support means further includes a second tier having a second tier bearer element. The second tier is located underneath the first tier and the two tiers are connected to one another via a connection between the first tier bearer element and the second tier bearer element.

Abstract: A bracket is provided comprising a rectangular and substantially planar base panel, a pair of generally opposed and substantially parallel panels extending generally normal to the base panel and spaced apart, with a third panel extending generally normal to the base panel along a third edge, with a fourth panel extending generally normal to the base panel along a fourth edge thereof, with that fourth panel extending in a direction generally opposite the direction of the first, second and third panels, whereby the first, second and third panels form a channel along the base panel and having one closed end. A method of use of this bracket is also disclosed.

Abstract: A composition and method which exhibits enhanced moisture sealing properties, suitable for use with flooring materials, such as concrete, and flooring installations, such as carpeting, wood, tiles, etc. are provided. The composition is preferably non-water-based and can form a non-aqueous barrier coating on the flooring substrate, and most preferably provides a desirable pH and blocks migration of alkaline salts through the substrate.

Abstract: A method of manufacturing reinforced structures wherein a hardened steel shell is constructed to desired specifications and anchored to a structure's foundation. The remainder of the structure is constructed around the hardened steel shell, thereby incorporating the steel shell as an integrated room or section of the structure.

Abstract: Two or more sections of hollow tubing of graduating width or diameter permitting one tube to slide into adjacent tube. Tubes can extend or contract to various lengths, held at desired length by a securing object of suitable dimension placed through holes in both sets of tubing. Two flat plates of metal or other suitable substance are the base for the hinge. Hinges are designed with a female hinge port that allows 300° or greater rotation. “T” or “J” shaped threaded rod bolts are secured into the hinge port to form hinge assembly. Hinge sections screw into a bolt acceptor mounted at the outer ends of two pieces of tubing. One hinge section contains a left thread bolt; the other a right thread bolt. Flat plate of hinge has holes of various circumferences permitting the apparatus to be secured to desired surface with screws, nails, stakes or other suitable means.

Abstract: An apparatus for artificially ageing blocks, in particular concrete blocks, vitrified bricks and natural stones, has an underlying surface, on which the blocks can be placed in such a way that the surface to be worked and the adjoining edges are exposed. Provided here are essentially freely movable distressing bodies for applying to the surface to be worked and the adjoining edges. Also provided is a vibration device, to set the blocks and the distressing bodies in motion in relation to one another in such a way that the distressing bodies act on the surface and the exposed edges of the blocks. A limiting device restricts the lateral or horizontal movement of the distressing bodies essentially to the surface of the blocks. Further provided is an extraction device which extracts dust and/or fragments during the distressing action of the distressing bodies, the extraction device having a suction region which at least almost encloses the surface of the blocks to be worked.

Abstract: A wall panel system comprises an array of panels that provide a prefinished wall surface. The panels may be of the same or different sizes and include grooves or reveals supporting inserts that cooperate to provide rectangular faux panels or other wall panel designs. A trim system for mounting the panels to a support wall includes elongated trim strips for completing panel edges and corners.

Abstract: In all, I believe the benefits of this invention out weight the current practices being used. It's simplicity in being produced and also in its application to storm victims gives them a safer and quicker response time to get out of harms way.

Abstract: A floor sheet assembly has an intermediate member and a pair of sheet members. The intermediate member includes at least a thin panel, on which a plurality of hollow projections is formed. The pair of sheet members sandwiches the intermediate member. The intermediate member and the pair of sheet members form a honeycomb structure.

Abstract: A facing unit construction is adapted for mounting facing units on a structure, such as a roof or a wall. The facing units can comprise various suitable materials, including slate, wood, tile, metal, concrete, ceramic and plastic. Center channel spacers are mounted on the structure and provide outwardly-projecting ribs for positioning the facing units and inwardly-open channels for draining water from underneath the facing units. Clip assemblies are also mounted on the structure and include flanges for capturing the facing unit upper edges and hooks for receiving the facing unit lower edges. The hooks can also extend through receivers in the facing units and can be provided with snow guards. The clip assembly base clips can be configured for automatically aligning nailing equipment. The facing units, spacers and clips form courses on the structure, which overlap for gravity discharge of water.

Abstract: A closure feed system for use on an associated dual train form, fill, and seal packaging machine for feeding, diverting and singulating closures from a common closure storage region to a closure applicator includes an upper chute for conveying the closures from the storage region to a diverter/singulator, two lower chutes for conveying separated closures from the diverter/singulator to respective applicators, and a diverter/singulator for diverting and separating the closures. The upper chute defines an upper conveyance path, while the two lower chutes define two lower conveyance paths to their respective applicators. The diverter/singulator includes a reciprocating plate with two closure-holding grooves. As the plate slides between the upper and lower chutes, the grooves alternately align with the upper chute, or with the first or second lower chutes. A form, fill, and seal packaging machine including the closure feed system is also disclosed.

Abstract: A linear fitment applicator for applying fitments to a series of containers being conveyed along a form, fill, and seal packaging machine includes an anvil, a fitment dispenser, a sealer, at least one drive source for moving the anvil, and a wedge. The containers are conveyed along the machine have at least one open end and at least one pre-incised hole for receiving a fitment. The anvil features a fitment engaging element and moves both vertically and horizontally. The wedge locks the anvil into position while the sealer fastens the fitments to the containers. A method for applying the fitments to the containers also is disclosed.

Abstract: A conveyor device, in particular for an automatic packaging machine for paper rolls, having a horizontal plane of advance, at least one pair of motorised flexible transmission members extending along a closed loop and bearing a plurality of transverse bars fastened to said flexible transmission members, a plurality of thruster elements borne by said bars, and a stationary adjustment station provided with at least one adjustment assembly having a grip organ movable in transverse direction and arranged in such a way as to displace in the transverse direction along the respective bar a thruster element positioned at the grip organ.

Abstract: One embodiment of a treeless saddle may include a non-rigid saddle body manufactured of flat, flexible material and having a smooth, continuous lower surface and a top surface that defines a seat region, a non-rigid back contacting pad secured to the lower surface of the saddle body, the back contacting pad defining a recessed gullet region extending along a central region of the saddle body, and a billet strap secured to the top surface of the saddle body.

Abstract: A cyclone dust collector comprises a cyclone body including a cyclone chamber, a connection path and a dust chamber, wherein the cyclone chamber and the dust chamber are arranged in parallel, a cover unit connected to an upper part of the cyclone body and having a suction path for external air to flow in therethrough, and a backflow prevention member disposed at one sidewall of the dust chamber to prevent collected dust from flowing to the cyclone chamber.

Abstract: An inlet for an environmental air monitor is described wherein a pre-separator interfaces with ambient environment air and removes debris and insects commonly associated with high wind outdoors and a deflector plate in communication with incoming air from the pre-separator stage, that directs the air radially and downward uniformly into a plurality of accelerator jets located in a manifold of a virtual impactor, the manifold being cylindrical and having a top, a base, and a wall, with the plurality of accelerator jets being located in the top of the manifold and receiving the directed air and accelerating directed air, thereby creating jets of air penetrating into the manifold, where a major flow is deflected to the walls of the manifold and extracted through ports in the walls.

Abstract: An air cleaner including a casing body and a sealing frame is disclosed. The casing body has a fitting part for allowing engagement of the sealing frame therein. A filter is mounted inside the sealing frame in a tightly contacted relation with the latter. The sealing frame has a groove extending along its outer peripheral surface and opening on its front surface.

Abstract: A method for assembling a gas turbine engine assembly that includes mounting a gas turbine engine including an inlet and an exhaust within a module that includes an inlet area, an exhaust area, and an engine area extending therebetween, such that the gas turbine engine is housed within the module, coupling a first deflector within the module engine area such that when cooling air is channeled past the deflector, the deflector induces a substantially helically-shaped cooling air flowpath around a periphery of the gas turbine engine, and coupling an exhaust duct to an outlet of the module exhaust area.